Batch 4 (Incomplete)

  Meeting my academic advisor in my Masteral studies for the first time, I learned that she had two published commentaries, "Habakkuk" and "Zephaniah". Her discipline is in the Old Testament and the Hebrew language. I asked during the process of making her work if she still consults or research from other commentaries. She responded that she still does. I asked her why because she is already an expert in the original language of the passages why would she need to consult others. She is not reading the English version but rather translating the Hebrew scriptures in real-time. Then, she answered, "Yes, because we learn best in a community." Our journey with Christ also happens best in a community.1

  Walking alone is unimaginable being a human. We are born to connect with each other, grow and learn with each other. When one decided to follow Christ as Lord and Saviour, he ought to be doing it and having a fellowship with other believers. It is unthinkable to practice your faith alone.

"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."2 - Hebrews 10:24-25

  This verse is associated with the men in the picture in my life. Whenever I meet with them the atmosphere in our interaction is with care, joy, and encouragement. I experienced the love and good deeds that they have for and with one another, which I ought to be doing with them. Prayer has been a crucial part of our relationship.





Footnotes:

1 Cunanan, Fer, Designed for relationships: Week 2. Sermon at ENCM/S, North York, ON,  April 2, 2023'

2 Biblegateway. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+10&version=NIV (Accessed April 30, 2023)

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